Question 1

Which of the following is NOT true about the treatment for opioid addiction?

Accepted Answer

A)  The most difficult time in the withdrawal process occurs 24 to 72 hours after the last use. 
B)  Symptoms of withdrawal can include sleep disturbances and muscle tremors. 
C)  Treatment can include taking a synthetic narcotic such as methadone to control the withdrawal symptoms. 
D)  The most difficult time in the withdrawal process occurs 3 to 7 days after the last use. 
A)  The most difficult time in the withdrawal process occurs 24 to 72 hours after the last use. 
B)  Symptoms of withdrawal can include sleep disturbances and muscle tremors. 
C)  Treatment can include taking a synthetic narcotic such as methadone to control the withdrawal symptoms. 
D)  The most difficult time in the withdrawal process occurs 3 to 7 days after the last use.

Question 2

What is the most common reason offered by college students to explain their drug use?

Accepted Answer

A)  To be more popular with peers 
B)  To enhance self-esteem 
C)  To reduce stress 
D)  To escape an abusive home life 
A)  To be more popular with peers 
B)  To enhance self-esteem 
C)  To reduce stress 
D)  To escape an abusive home life

Question 3

Prescription drug abuse has increased dramatically among college students over the past 10 years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Depressants speed up neuromuscular activity and can increase focus and alertness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

All of the following are true about suppositories EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  they are designed to melt at body temperature. 
B)  they are inserted into the vagina or anus. 
C)  they cause a drug to remain active in the body for several hours. 
D)  they have a short life span and become inactive within an hour. 
A)  they are designed to melt at body temperature. 
B)  they are inserted into the vagina or anus. 
C)  they cause a drug to remain active in the body for several hours. 
D)  they have a short life span and become inactive within an hour.

Question 6

Using a drug for a purpose other than that which it is intended is

Accepted Answer

A)  drug abuse. 
B)  drug use. 
C)  drug misuse. 
D)  drug tolerance. 
A)  drug abuse. 
B)  drug use. 
C)  drug misuse. 
D)  drug tolerance.

Question 7

Withdrawal and tolerance are key aspects of addiction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Diet pills contain ingredients such as caffeine, which can have dangerous side effects and act in what way on the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  As a diuretic 
B)  As a stimulant 
C)  As a depressant 
D)  As a narcotic 
A)  As a diuretic 
B)  As a stimulant 
C)  As a depressant 
D)  As a narcotic

Question 9

The development of a tolerance to one drug that reduces the effects of another similar drug is

Accepted Answer

A)  antagonism. 
B)  synergism. 
C)  intolerance. 
D)  cross-tolerance. 
A)  antagonism. 
B)  synergism. 
C)  intolerance. 
D)  cross-tolerance.

Question 10

Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the

Accepted Answer

A)  sensory receptors. 
B)  central nervous system. 
C)  peripheral nervous system. 
D)  anxiety centers of the brain. 
A)  sensory receptors. 
B)  central nervous system. 
C)  peripheral nervous system. 
D)  anxiety centers of the brain.

Question 11

The interaction of two or more drugs in which the effects of the individual drugs are compounded or multiplied is

Accepted Answer

A)  antagonism. 
B)  synergism. 
C)  intolerance. 
D)  cross-tolerance. 
A)  antagonism. 
B)  synergism. 
C)  intolerance. 
D)  cross-tolerance.

Question 12

Differentiate between drug misuse and abuse. Provide information from the chapter to support your answer.

Accepted Answer

Drug misuse is the use of a drug for a p

Question 13

The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is

Accepted Answer

A)  treatment. 
B)  counseling. 
C)  detoxification. 
D)  rehabilitation. 
A)  treatment. 
B)  counseling. 
C)  detoxification. 
D)  rehabilitation.

Question 14

Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include

Accepted Answer

A)  pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and sleep aids. 
B)  diuretics, vitamins, and diet aids. 
C)  cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids. 
D)  antacids, pain relievers, and diet aids. 
A)  pain relievers, muscle relaxants, and sleep aids. 
B)  diuretics, vitamins, and diet aids. 
C)  cough and cold medicines and diet and sleep aids. 
D)  antacids, pain relievers, and diet aids.

Question 15

How would you recognize technology addiction in a friend or family member? Provide information from the chapter to support your response.

Accepted Answer

A technology addict consistently spends

Which of the following is NOT true about the treatment for opioid addiction?

What is the most common reason offered by college students to explain their drug use?

Prescription drug abuse has increased dramatically among college students over the past 10 years.

Depressants speed up neuromuscular activity and can increase focus and alertness.

All of the following are true about suppositories EXCEPT

Using a drug for a purpose other than that which it is intended is

Withdrawal and tolerance are key aspects of addiction.

Diet pills contain ingredients such as caffeine, which can have dangerous side effects and act in what way on the body?

The development of a tolerance to one drug that reduces the effects of another similar drug is

Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the

The interaction of two or more drugs in which the effects of the individual drugs are compounded or multiplied is

Differentiate between drug misuse and abuse. Provide information from the chapter to support your answer.

The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is

Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include

How would you recognize technology addiction in a friend or family member? Provide information from the chapter to support your response.

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Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Lifes Challenges

Improving Your Sleep

Preventing Violence and Injury

Building Healthy Relationships and Understanding Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly and Ending Tobacco Use

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Personal Fitness

Reducing Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Protecting Against Infectious and Noninfectious Diseases

Preparing for Aging Death and Dying

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Exam 9: Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction and Drug Abuse

Which of the following is NOT true about the treatment for opioid addiction?

What is the most common reason offered by college students to explain their drug use?

Prescription drug abuse has increased dramatically among college students over the past 10 years.

Depressants speed up neuromuscular activity and can increase focus and alertness.

All of the following are true about suppositories EXCEPT

Using a drug for a purpose other than that which it is intended is

Withdrawal and tolerance are key aspects of addiction.

Diet pills contain ingredients such as caffeine, which can have dangerous side effects and act in what way on the body?

The development of a tolerance to one drug that reduces the effects of another similar drug is

Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the

The interaction of two or more drugs in which the effects of the individual drugs are compounded or multiplied is

Differentiate between drug misuse and abuse. Provide information from the chapter to support your answer.

The process of freeing the body from an addictive substance is

Over-the-counter drugs commonly abused by teens and young adults include

How would you recognize technology addiction in a friend or family member? Provide information from the chapter to support your response.

Accessing Your Health

Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Lifes Challenges

Improving Your Sleep

Preventing Violence and Injury

Building Healthy Relationships and Understanding Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly and Ending Tobacco Use

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Personal Fitness

Reducing Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Protecting Against Infectious and Noninfectious Diseases

Preparing for Aging Death and Dying

Environmental Health

Making Smart Health Care Choices

Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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